Congenital Syphilis
Cases of Syphilis have been increasing in number, which means the risk of Congenital Syphilis is also increasing. Let's review what Congenital Syphilis may present like in our Emergency Departments.
Category Neonatal Issues
Rebaked: Inborn Errors of Metabolism presenting in the ED
Inborn Errors of Metabolism can be challenging to diagnose and manage in the ED, but we should be familiar with the basic issues. Let's take a moment to rebake a morsel on this important topic of Inborn Errors of Metabolism presenting to the ED.
Pseudoparalysis of Parrot
Congenital infections can be devastating for patients and families and very challenging for clinicians. Let's review a complication of congenital syphilis - pseudoparalysis of Parrot.
Closed Head Injury – PECARN for < 3 Months: Rebaked Morsel
Closed Head Injury is a common concern in the ED. Fortunately we have PECARN decision rules. Recently the evidence for PECARN's application in the children < 3 months of age has evolved. Let's take a minute to review a ReBaked Morsel.
Neonatal Subgaleal Hemorrhage
Swelling of the scalp is a commonly encountered issue in the newly born neonate and it is often only a minor issue. On occasion, however, it can be a major concern and may be related to a Neonatal Subgaleal Hemorrhage. Let's Review.
Febrile Infants 8 to 28 Days Old! Pediatric Fever Update
For this Morsel, let us consider the new AAP guidelines and the evaluation and management of the well-appearing febrile infant 8 to 28 days of age.
Apt-Test for Neonatal Hematemesis
We all are well aware that there are many perils and pitfalls awaiting those who choose to trust a neonate. It is not that the neonate is innately malicious or malingering. She or he is clearly not determined to be…